Acting
Kate Berlant
EN cinema · 41 credits
Born
16 July 1987 (age 39)
Birthplace
Los Angeles, California, USA
Kate Berlant (born July 16, 1987) is an American stand-up comedian, actress, and writer. She attended The Archer School for Girls in West Los Angeles and attended New York University, receiving a Bachelor of Arts and Master of Arts in performance studies. She is known for her comedy specials, including Would It Kill You to Laugh? (2022) and her role as Deena Michaels in the 2025 film Maddie's Secret, both starring alongside longtime collaborator John Early. Kate is currently in a relationship with MUNA band member Naomi McPherson.
Known for
Filmography
Babies
as Eliza
The Moment
as Molly
She Keeps Me Young
as Ghosting Lecturer
The Breadwinner
as Angela Ashford
Maddie's Secret
as Deena
I Love Boosters
as Mall Manager on P.A. (voice)
Kate Berlant: Parmesan
as Self, Writer, Executive Producer
First Time Female Director
as Clara Ann / Terry Ann
Dream Scenario
as Mary
Would It Kill You to Laugh? Starring Kate Berlant + John Early
as Kate Berlant, Executive Producer, Writer
Kate Berlant: Cinnamon in the Wind
as Self, Writer, Executive Producer
After Class
as Jackie Cohn
Rachel
as Rachel, Writer
Frankenstein's Monster's Monster, Frankenstein
as Monica Fulton / Miss Machbeth
Once Upon a Time... in Hollywood
as Bruin Box Office Girl
Sorry to Bother You
as Diana DeBauchery
Duck Butter
as Kathy
Happy Anniversary
as Lindsay
Buster's Mal Heart
as Phone Sex Operator (voice)
Tim and Eric Awesome Show Great Job! Awesome 10 Year Anniversary Version, Great Job?
as Linda
Clarence’s Stormy Sleepover
as Ms. Julip (voice)
Dean
as Naomi
Shopping
Actor, Writer
Dinner Party
Actor, Writer
Santa Monica
as Woman
The Greggs
as Shelley
